Their debut single, "Flawless" (inspired by the 1999 film which Nashom appeared in, alongside Robert De Niro), first released on New York Based A Touch Of Class Recordings, was popular among New York DJs even before its official release and became a hit, especially in Europe. In 2004, "Flawless" was sampled and had lyrics added to it by George Michael for his song "Flawless (Go to the City)". Michael's version reached number eight on the UK Singles Chart, which gives "Flawless" the distinction of being a hit twice in Britain.[2] The group released a follow up single, "Superstar" which reached number 45 in the same country.[1]

Nomi Ruiz collaborated with The Ones on their single "Let's Celebrate" from their fourth album Blast from the Past.[4]

In August of 2013, pop diva Cher released the video "A Woman's World" and almost immediately fans of The Ones complained of similarities to The Ones video "Face & Body" which was released months earlier the same year. The band saw the comparison more as a compliment than controversy.[5]

In June 2013, Flawless was used in Britain's Got Talent and again during Brian Chans semi final performance in May 2014. It was also used in a series of BBC Choice idents within the early-2000s. It has also been used on Take Me Out.